Lung Health for a Child With Cystic Fibrosis
Your child's doctor may suggest many ways to maintain lung health. These include chest physical therapy (CPT), medicines, nutrition, and exercise.
Cystic Fibrosis: When Your Child Needs a Sweat Test
A sweat test confirms whether your child has cystic fibrosis. It's a simple and painless test. Here's what to expect before, during, and after the test.
When Your Child Has Cystic Fibrosis (CF)
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a serious, chronic, inherited disorder of the glands that make mucus and sweat. Here's what you need to know if you child has CF.
Anatomy of Your Child’s Respiratory System
Read on for details about breathing and the different parts of your child's respiratory system.
When Your Child Has Epiglottitis
Epiglottitis is a medical emergency. It's an infection of the epiglottis, the small flap of tissue that covers the windpipe (trachea). This condition causes swelling that may close off the airway and make it hard to breathe. If not treated quickly, it can be fatal.
Understanding Whooping Cough (Pertussis)
Whooping cough (pertussis) is a bacterial infection of the respiratory tract. It is highly contagious and spreads easily from person to person through droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.
Your Child's Tetralogy of Fallot Surgery
Tetralogy of Fallot is a congenital heart defect involving 4 different heart defects. Surgery can help treat this condition.
How the Heart Works
Learn how the heart works.
Discharge Instructions: After Your Child’s Heart Surgery
Your child just had surgery to treat a heart problem. The surgeon made an incision down the chest or breastbone or between the ribs. Here are general guidelines to care for your child at home.
Your Child’s Heart Surgery: Preparation
Your child needs surgery to treat a heart problem. This sheet will help you and your child get ready for the surgery.